One of Middletown, Ohio’s most exciting events, the Ohio Challenge Hot Air Balloon Festivaltakes place each July and features everything from hot air balloon launches and a balloon glow to skydiving. In the winter months, the magic and wonder of the holidays bring with it Light Up Middletown. Taking place at Smith Park, Light Up Middletown is a drive-through holiday light display featuring a tunnel of lights, Santa's Workshop and dozens of animated displays.

Middletown is also proud of its thriving arts community. BeauVerre Riordan Stained Glass Studio is located in downtown Middletown, OH and is the oldest continually operating stained glass studio in the United States. Or, check out The Pendleton Arts Center featuring local and regional artists creating art in their studios.

Middletown, Ohio isn't just about events; the city is also home to some high-flying fun! In late 2009, Middletown was proud to welcome Start Skydiving and Team Fastrax to the area. Headquartered at the Middletown Regional Airport, Start Skydiving allows visitors to take skydiving lessons and also go on skydiving tandem jumps.

Middletown, Ohio is perfect for the thrill seeker and art junkie in all of us. Get to Butler County and experience all of the great fun that Middletown, OH has to offer.

Discover your next great find in Butler County, Ohio, just north of Cincinnati. Request a free copy of the 2017 Butler County Visitors Guide, filled with shopping hot spots, delicious dining, unique attractions, accommodations and more!